Senior Solar Production Technician
K2 Space•Los Angeles, CA
About The Position
The Senior Solar Production Technician will play a critical hands-on role in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of Mega-Class satellite solar array hardware. The work spans solar blanket construction, module welding, mechanical assembly, and production testing, with occasional support for the module SMT line.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions.
- High level of ownership and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools.
- Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, and continuity testing.
- Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks involving bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, and operating tools or machine controls.
- Ability to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
- Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a fast-paced production development environment.
- Experience with in-space electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Experience with aircraft airframes.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and build solar array blankets, including module welding, bonding, and integration of electrical hardware.
- Perform mechanical assembly of solar array support hardware, fixtures, and sub-assemblies.
- Operate light fabrication equipment and tools, including welders, presses, cutters, crimpers, torque tools, drills, rivet guns, and custom tooling.
- Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures, performing work in the MES system, including scanning, material consumption, and build traceability.
- Provide hands-on support to the module SMT line as needed, operating SMT equipment and assisting with module testing.
- Perform functional testing of components and assemblies.
- Provide consistent process-improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Other perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
